This book investigates the profound impact of digital technologies on the contemporary American city. Michel S. Laguerre, drawing from his research on information technology and society, analyzes how the integration of the internet and digital practices is reshaping urban life. The study specifically focuses on the Silicon Valley/San Francisco metropolitan area to document and explain the transformation of social relations, global interactions, and workplace environments.

This book is recognized for its focused examination of how digital technologies are reshaping urban landscapes, particularly within the context of the American metropolis. It is noted for its empirical grounding in the Silicon Valley/San Francisco area, providing concrete examples of technological integration. The work offers insights into the evolving nature of social relations and work environments in the digital age.